Identifying Claims

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What is a claim?

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A claim is an opinion stated like a fact that is supported by evidence.

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What is a major component of any thesis?

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Making a claim.

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Is a claim general or specific?

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A claim is specific.

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Can a claim be considered debatable?

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Yes, a claim is debatable.

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Identify the following as a claim or not a claim: 'Should students be allowed to wear what they want to school?'

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Not a claim.

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What distinguishes a claim from a fact?

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A claim is an assertion that can be supported by evidence, while a fact is a statement that can be proven true or false.

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What role does evidence play in supporting a claim?

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Evidence provides the necessary support to validate a claim and make it more convincing.

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Can a claim be an opinion?

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Yes, a claim can be an opinion that is presented as a fact.

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What is the difference between a claim and a question?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true, while a question seeks information or clarification.

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What is an example of a debatable claim?

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'School uniforms should be mandatory for all students.'